What's Really in Your Tap? The Chemicals in Columbus Water and Why a Drinking Water System Is a No-Brainer
Columbus Water: Clear Doesn’t Mean Clean
If you live in Columbus or the surrounding Central Ohio areas, chances are you trust that the water coming from your tap is safe to drink. After all, it looks clear and the city reports say it's treated. But what those reports don't always emphasize are the trace chemicals, toxins, and contaminants that still remain — and the long-term health risks they can pose.
At Clean Water Ohio, we’ve tested thousands of homes and have seen firsthand what’s lurking in our region’s water supply. And once you know what’s in it, installing a drinking water filtration system becomes an obvious choice.
What’s Really in Columbus Drinking Water?
According to local water quality data and national reports from the Environmental Working Group (EWG), Columbus water has been found to contain contaminants such as:
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Haloacetic Acids (HAA5 & HAA9): Byproducts of disinfectants like chlorine. Linked to cancer with long-term exposure.
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Total Trihalomethanes (TTHMs): Another disinfection byproduct associated with liver, kidney, and nervous system problems.
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Nitrate and Nitrite: Common in agricultural runoff. High levels can be dangerous for infants and increase cancer risk.
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PFAS (Forever Chemicals): These toxic chemicals are increasingly being detected in water systems and are tied to thyroid problems, fertility issues, and cancer.
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Lead (in older plumbing): Even trace amounts can cause developmental issues in children and neurological damage.
And while the city water treatment facilities meet minimum federal standards, many experts agree those standards haven’t been updated in decades and don't reflect the latest research on what's truly safe.
The Problem with Pitcher Filters and Bottled Water
Some families try to solve the problem with pitcher filters or bottled water. But here’s the truth:
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Pitcher filters only remove basic chlorine taste and a handful of contaminants.
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Bottled water is expensive, environmentally harmful, and still often unregulated or poorly filtered.
They’re temporary band-aids, not long-term solutions.
The Solution: Whole Home & Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Systems
A professionally installed water filtration system gives you true peace of mind. At Clean Water Ohio, we specialize in WaterCare systems that are third-party tested and certified to eliminate or reduce:
- Disinfection byproducts (like TTHMs and HAAs)
- PFAS and other forever chemicals
- Nitrates, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals
- Heavy metals like lead and arsenic
- Sediment, chlorine, and foul odors
Our most popular setup? A whole home filtration system paired with a reverse osmosis (RO) drinking water unit — giving your family safe, clean water at every faucet and the purest water possible for cooking and drinking.
Protect Your Family, Your Plumbing, and Your Peace of Mind
Let’s face it — with increasing chemical use in agriculture, industrial runoff, and aging infrastructure, water quality concerns aren’t going away. A drinking water system is no longer a luxury — it’s a smart, preventative health measure that pays off for decades.
Many families in Columbus, Dublin, Hilliard, Westerville, Delaware, and surrounding communities have already made the switch with us — and love the results.
Schedule a Free Water Test Today
Not sure what’s in your home’s water? We’ll test it for free and show you exactly what’s coming out of your taps. No pressure, no guesswork — just expert advice from certified water professionals.
Contact Clean Water Ohio today to schedule your free water test and consultation. You’ll see why thousands across Central Ohio trust us to protect what matters most.